Developments in AI happen overnight. This is visible in adult content creation as well. “NSFW AI” is the AI systems that generate not safe for work material in video, image, audio, text, etc.
Possibilities or concerns?
The main creative argument for is that NSFW AI opens new possibilities for artists and the more conventional level now – for content creators – and works on free speech principles, which is a win. The main ethical argument against is that it can be misused to create non-consensual content.
This is true for all AI-generative art but content of sexual nature is certainly problematic on a different level.
So what are all the ethical concerns?
The arguments run deeper but we try to get to the crux.
1. People are worried about objectification of humans, particularly women, through AI-generated adult content
2. There’s a risk of inadvertently exposing minors to explicit material or negatively impacting their development and perceptions around sexuality
3. No age-verification or content filter can lead to some harm
4. There’s nothing satisfactory around data privacy when these AI models are trained on likely sensitive datasets
This side argues that NSFW AI is basically a double-edged sword and maybe the benefits don’t justify the risks.
How can these concerns be addressed?
For NSFW AI platforms to work, they need strong consent systems that make sure everyone agrees to have their likeness used for NSFW content.
Strategies for reducing the problem could include requiring proof of age at the gate, parental controls, and clear community rules that do not allow illegal or unethical use.
Safeguarding people and only letting NSFW content be used in legal adult settings is a way that can subdue some pertinent issues.
Privacy needs to be the chief priority. Maybe clear transparency reports and accountability frameworks can be in place.
Where do we stand?
It’s clear nothing can stop AI from developing now. That’s because it’s the future. But we as humans in a society are always wary of anything that lacks some boundaries.
Till such time there are no predefined restrictions, even users in favor or NSFW AI may find themselves sceptical. Especially for their privacy.
If the platforms can alleviate these fears, the rapid developments can finally be balanced by some control and be celebrated without unease.